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Lisa Pickell Named One of Professional Remodeler’s 40 Under 40

July 19, 2011, Chicago, Illinois

Orren Pickell Designers & Builders proudly announces that Lisa Pickell, the firm’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), was recognized as one of Professional Remodeler magazine’s 40 Under 40. This distinction honors the next generation of industry leaders.

“The 40 Under 40 represent the future of the remodeling industry,” said Professional Remodeler Editor in Chief Jonathan Sweet. “These are the people who will be setting the agenda for the next 20 years. Their record of success means we are in good hands.”

Those listed are chosen based on their service to the industry, leadership, personal integrity and record of accomplishments.

Lisa Pickell joined Orren Pickell Designers & Builders as Division Manager of the Remodeling Group in 2004. Lisa was previously honored for her work in home design and remodeling, by being named the 2009 Remodeler of the Year by the Home Builders Association of Greater Chicago (HBAGC). She received this honor for her work with Remodel Chicagoland, a tour of professionally renovated homes throughout the suburbs. She served as President of the HBAGC Remodelers in 2008, and is still an active member of the HBAGC, sitting on several boards.

“It is an honor to be recognized by Professional Remodeler magazine as one of its 40 Under 40,” says Lisa Pickell. “As a young professional in this industry, I am always looking for ways to be innovative while retaining the values and attention to details that have guided our company for the past 35 years.”

Professional Remodeler is the largest-circulation magazine serving the residential remodeling industry. The 40 Under 40 will be featured in the July issue of the magazine and online at HousingZone.com.

For more than 35 years, Orren Pickell Designers & Builders has led the industry, winning countless awards for innovation, craftsmanship and exceptional service. Divisions include Architectural Design, Custom Home Building, Remodeling Vacation Homes, Home Maintenance, and CabinetWerks. The Orren Pickell Design Showroom, the firm’s award-winning concept center in Northfield, features ten incredible room settings. For more information, please call 847/572-5200 or visit pickellbuilders.com.